Leica SL3 Firmware Update
Leica already released a firmware update (version 1.1.0) for its latest mirrorless, the Leica SL3 that was released only few days ago. In the past, I haven't recommended Leica cameras mainly due to their high price levels but for the first time, the SL3 actually seems likean attractive option to me considering its flagship specs, build quality and the excellent 60MP sensor. In addition, we now have a great selection of L-mount lenses at all budget levels, especially from Sigma and Panasonic which makes this even a sweeter 'deal'. Anyways, here are the improvements coming with the new firmware update.
- Video settings: Tap and hold to lock in values
- ISO lock for setting Auto ISO by pressing and holding the thumbwheel (3 s)
- The Magnification function is now available in MF Mode. Simply press and hold the joystick
- Optimized sequence for the menu item User Profiles
- Bugfixes in the firmware
Firmware Download Link
Leica SL3
Leica SL3 vs SL2 Comparison Table
| FEATURE and SPECS COMPARISON | |  |  |
| Model | Leica SL3 | Leica SL2 |
| Sensor Resolution | 60.0 MP | 47.0 MP |
| Announced Date | 2024-03-07 | 2019-11-06 |
| Camera Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor Size | Full frame | Full frame |
| Sensor Sensitivity | ISO 50 - 100000 | ISO 100 - 50000( expands to 50 - 50000) |
| Lens Mount | Leica L | Leica L |
| Image Stabil. | Sensor-shift ( up to 5.5 stops) | Sensor-shift ( up to 5.5 stops) |
| Eye Tracking Focus | | |
| Weight | 850g | 916g |
| Dimensions | 141 x 108 x 85mm | 146 x 107 x 83mm |
| Weather Sealing | | |
| Focus Points | 315 | 225 |
| Animal Eye Tracking | | |
| Minimum Shutter | 3600 sec | 1800 sec |
| Maximum Shutter | 1/8000sec | 1/8000sec |
| Maximum Shutter Electronic | 1/16000 sec | 1/40000 sec |
| Continuous Drive | 15.0fps | 20.0fps |
| Max Video Reso | 8192 x 4320 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Video fps at Max | 30p, 25p, 24p | 60p,50p,30p,25p,24p |
| Video Formats | H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Storage Slot | 2 | 2 |
| UHS Support | UHS-II | UHS-II |
| Battery Life | 260 | 370 |
| Battery Model | BP-SCL6 | BP-SCL4 |
| Microphone Port | | |
| Headphone Port | | |
| Wifi | | |
| Weather Sealing | | |
| Timelapse | | |
| Screen Type | Tilting | Fixed |
| Top LCD | | |
| LCD Size | 3.20" | 3.20" |
| Screen dots | 2332800 | 2100000 |
| Touch Screen | | |
| Viewfinder | | |
| Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.76x | 0.78x |
| Viewfinder Resolution | 5,760,000 | 5,760,000 |
| High Resolution Mode | | |
| Bluetooth | | |
| Full-size HDMI Port | | |
| Price | Amazon, B&H Photo | Amazon, B&H Photo |
